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The long-time head of the AICPA — and one of the foremost leaders of the profession — will step down on Dec. 31

The American Institute of CPAs' Auditing Standards Board voted to approve a set of revisions to the rules for attestation engagements to align them with the AICPA's quality management standards.

The National Pipeline Advisory Group identified six recommendations based on survey data to a address accounting's talent shortage, including rethinking CPA licensure requirements.

After a decade-long effort by holders of the personal financial specialist credential, aspiring candidates can be tested on investments, retirement plans and other areas.

Crowe collaborates with Intuit QuickBooks; Bonadio Group raises nearly $25K through firmwide Big Give campaign; and more news from across the profession.

It's not just the 150-hour rule for obtaining a CPA license that may be the culprit for the talent shortage, according to an academic study.

The 150-hour requirement for obtaining a CPA license has led to a decline in Black and Latino CPAs of up to 26%, according to a research study.

The American Institute of CPAs sent letters to the Treasury and the IRS asking for filing relief for taxpayers affected by major disasters and for more guidance on information returns for grantor trusts.

AICPA chief Barry Melancon discussed the tax extenders bill that's working its way through Congress, and a host of other issues affecting the accounting profession.

The American Institute of CPAs is asking to modify the guidance on catch-up contributions in the wake of the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022.

Is a legacy firm one that follows tradition, or one that's interested in maintaining its legacy for years to come?

The AICPA & CIMA have begun accepting nominations for their EDGE in Teaching Awards and Distinguished Achievement in Accounting Education Awards.

A DOL study uncovered problems in almost a third of employee benefit plan audits — but that's actually an improvement.

NASBA and the AICPA have revised their rules for continuing professional education.

The American Institute of CPAs provided information for U.S. accounting professionals on the potential impact on their out-of-state engagements if some of the pending legislation in some states on licensure requirements is enacted.

The International Federation of Accountants wants organizations to combine sustainability reporting with their existing internal control and governance frameworks.

As the accounting profession enters a period of unprecedented change, the AICPA's Barry Melancon highlights the upsides and downsides.

Business leaders who are also CPAs are unsure about the direction of the U.S. economy next year.

The Securities and Exchange Commission's chief accountant cautioned auditors and public companies about the statement of cash flows after spotting problems that could lead to a financial restatement.

The AICPA has proposed a framework for disclosures related to asset-backed cryptocurrencies, often called stablecoins, centered mainly on an issuer's assets versus outstanding tokens for them.